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"Heritage Open Days 6th-9th September. Its a great time to visit town - Daniel

The best food we have had in years!!!! - This is only the first time I have ..." More

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The town of Tunbridge Wells in west Kent, north of the border with East Sussex was founded around the Chalybeate Spring, which was discovered in 1606 by Dudley, Lord North, a courtier to James I. The high iron content of the water was believed to have healing qualities so the town developed as a spa town, named after the nearby Tonbridge, then known as Tunbridge but which later had its name changed due to confusion which still exists today.
The word ‘chalybeate’ is derived from the Latin word for steel meaning ‘containing iron’. Many people promoted the qualities of the spa water, which was said to have health-giving properties. Lord Dudley North’s physician claimed that the waters contained ‘vitriol’ and that they could cure ‘the colic’, ‘the melancholy’ and ‘the vapours’ and that it dried the ‘over-moistened brain’ and killed flat worms in the belly.
Princess Victoria, before she became queen, drank the waters every day during her stay in the town in 1834. She and her mother, Duchess of Kent, took daily strolls along the Pantiles. – an area of upper walks created in 1700, named for the tiles used in the paving. In 1793 the tiles were removed, replaced with stone flagging and the region renamed The Parade but in 1887 the original name was restored.
In 1909 King Edward VII bestowed the town with its ‘Royal’ title, one of only two towns to this day to have been given such a title, the other being Royal Leamington Spa. This was to officially acknowledge the popularity of the town amongst royalty and the fashionable aristocracy and it became the place to see and be seen.
Tunbridge Wells has a prim, middle-class reputation for Georgian elegance and natural beauty and is referenced in diverse literature. It lies in the heart of some of the most scenic stretches of countryside in England, surrounded by the unspoilt beauty of the Weald.

The Lancers
(0.58 miles)

This charming Georgian B&B is right in the centre of town, moments from shops, restaurants and theatres. Until 2007 it was the home of Dr Who actor Tom Baker. The Annexe, Tom's former den, has ... More
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Itaris Properties
(0.75 miles)

Relax in our beautifully appointed apartments in the heart of Royal Tunbridge Wells. With a commanding view of this historic spa town, 'Plaisance' is a Grade II listed building converted into six apartments within easy ... More
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Travelodge Tunbridge Wells
(0.82 miles)

The Travelodge Tunbridge Wells is a comfortable, clean and well priced hotel ideally located just half a mile from the historic and picturesque town centre of Tunbridge Wells. The hotel is also within easy reach ... More
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The Brew House
(0.95 miles)

This boutique hotel in Royal Tunbridge Wells may have glossy looks, a stylish bar and sleek trappings, but it still offers a welcome that’s warm and intimate. The Brew House Hotel is the perfect base ... More
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